Books About Pelicans

The Best Pelicans Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about pelicans? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Turtle
The Shortlist

Our 4 Favorite Books About Pelicans

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2005

The Turtle

By Cynthia Rylant · Lighthouse Family series

In a foggy mystery, a lighthouse family hears a voice from the cliffs. Who awaits them below?

48 pages
4.2/5 Goodreads · 446 ratings
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Summary: In a dense fog, lighthouse siblings Whistler and Lila, with Seabold, guide ships to safety. But when a mysterious voice echoes from the cliffs, they embark on a daring descent. Armed only with a rope and their courage, they discover more than they expected—a new friend who might just be the key to navigating the thickest fog. What secrets does this new ally hold, and how will it change their lives on the coast? Dive into a tale of friendship and bravery amidst the misty shores.
Board Book · Ages 0–5

Pelican's Bill

Can Pelican keep his lunch after a big sneeze?

6 pages
4.9/7 Bookroo experts·3.5/5 Goodreads · 2 ratings
Summary: Pelican's bill is full of sea snacks, but a sudden sneeze threatens his feast. As he searches for treats, will he manage to enjoy his lunch, or will it all be lost? Count along and discover if Pelican's appetite can withstand the unexpected twist.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1985

The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me

By Roald Dahl, Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

A young boy befriends a group of eccentric window cleaners who help him achieve his dream of owning a sweet shop.

80 pages· 6,841 words· Est. 58 min read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 34,459 ratings
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Summary: Billy manages a unique window-cleaning crew with a pelican and a monkey. Tasked with cleaning 677 windows of Hampshire House, owned by England's richest man, they embark on an adventure filled with surprises. Will their unconventional methods lead to success or chaos? Discover the unexpected twists that await this quirky team.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Oil-Soaked Wings

Can Elsa and friends save pelicans from an oil spill's devastation?

103 pages· 12,560 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.5/5 Goodreads · 16 ratings
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Summary: Elsa Roth faces a crisis when an oil spill threatens marine life at Seaside Sanctuary. With injured pelicans in their care, Elsa and her friends must clean the birds and their habitat. But the company responsible for the spill is uncooperative. Can they rally to save the pelicans and restore the sanctuary?
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